Pastor Brian Podcast

We pray you feel the love of God today! It would be our honor come alongside you in singing,  scripture, and prayer! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:15), Scripture (03:21), Prayer (05:19), Rev. Chris Millay (08:33), Blessing (09:30), End (10:01). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 128; Joshua 6:1-16, 20; Acts 13:1-12) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. We are praying for you!

For more information on Chris' work:

• Chris’ Blog “Pastopher”
• First Church Mt. Vernon
• Chris’ Author Blog “Icon of A Writer’s Soul” 

May Christ be with you as you begin this new week! It would be our honor come alongside you  in singing,  scripture, and prayer! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:15), Scripture (03:21), Prayer (05:10), Judy Selby (08:24), Blessing (09:06), End (09:39). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 128; Joshua 4:1-24; 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. We are praying for you!

May you have a blessed All Saints Day! This is a Supplemental Episode made for the Gary Church congregation taking Holy Communion on All Saints Day  . . . from our vehicles in the parking lot! Because of COVID-19 here in Wheaton, IL and the greater Chicagoland area we are unable to worship together in-person in the sanctuary. So, we are having Drive-In Communion for all who desire to worship through the sacrament. We are gathering and receiving the sacrament of The Lord’s Supper, Holy Communion, or Eucharist . . . while “Doing No Harm.” The sacraments are a gift God gave to empower us by the Holy Spirit to faithfully live as disciples of Jesus Christ. We made this podcast so folks can still hear the words and prayers of Holy Communion as they are being said at the same time as Pastor Brian and Pastor Chris in the parking lot, even though we are in separate vehicles. If you are not a part of Gary Church you are still welcome to listen to the prayers. They are scriptural and powerful. However, as you know, this does not make any bread or juice/wine around you at the time you listen to this the sacrament . . . that’s not how it works! Yet, we would love to partake in this Holy Meal with you if you are ever in Wheaton, IL on a Sunday.

We celebrate a wonderful holiday today, All Saints Day! What does the word “saint” mean? In the New Testament, it simply means anyone who professes Christ as Lord and Savior. Therefore, this is a special day for Christians. We remember all the saints who have passed and gone to glory since last All Saints Day. Also, we remember all those saints who are living and dead, who have helped us become disciples of Jesus Christ! 

“Atlantis" by Purple Planet Music at https://www.purple-planet.com. Visit the site and you will find a catalog of music which you can browse and use!

We are praying for you to receive rest and enjoy joyous celebration this weekend! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:20), Scripture (03:21), Prayer (04:10), Ben Newell (07:33), Blessing (08:16), End (08:48). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 107:1-7, 33-37; Joshua 2:1-14; 2 Peter 2:1-3) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. Have a blessed All Saints Day!!!

Blessings be upon you! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:20), Scripture (03:21), Prayer (05:08), Erin Yontz (08:30), Blessing (09:26), End (09:56). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 107:1-7, 33-37; Joshua 1:1-11; Romans 2:17-29) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. Blessings!

Praying can be very difficult . . . especially if you pray on your own. However, if you pray with others, it can make prayer uplifting and fun. Join us as we read scripture and pray all in 9 minutes! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:20), Scripture (03:21), Prayer (04:29), Donna Freymark (07:52), Blessing (08:40), End (09:10). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 119:41-48; Deuteronomy 26:16-27:7 ; Matthew 19:16-22) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. Blessings!

May you know God's grace in Christ's today! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:20), Scripture (03:21), Prayer (05:00), Caden Bohmer (08:23), Blessing (09:12), End (09:42). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 119:41-48; Exodus 34:29-35; James 2:14-26) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. Blessings!

Blessings in this new week! We would love to join you in scripture and prayer! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:20), Scripture (03:21), Prayer (04:43), Rev. Megan Dean Tobola (08:05), Blessing (08:43), End (09:13). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 119:41-48 ; Numbers 33:38-39; James 2:8-13) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. We are praying for you!

If you would like to discover more about Michael's work:

• Rev. Megan Dean Tobola at Good Shepherd

Blessings! Pastor Brian is on Spiritual Retreat this week. Thus, we are playing some "Vintage" Pastor Brian Podcasts so we can still all pray together. May the Lord bless you today!


From Season 2: Episode 35- Rev. Jaylynn Byassee- Friday, August 21st, 2020

May you find the rest of Christ this coming weekend! Join us as we sing, read scripture, and pray for our world and our concerns! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:30), Psalm (01:05), Scripture (02:55), Prayer (06:18), Rev. Jaylynn Byassee (08:36), Blessing (09:52), End (10:15). You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 124; Genesis 49:29-50:14; 2 Corinthians 10:12-18) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. We are praying for you!

You can find more of Jaylynn's work at:

• North Lonsdale United Church 

NOTE: "Sorry about my voice this week! I was battling a cold during last week. I had to record my portion of this weeks' shows in the midst of that . . . so my voice will sound a bit weird. I'm on the mend and feeling better so it should be back to normal next week! :) In Christ, Pastor Brian"

Blessings! Pastor Brian is on Spiritual Retreat this week. Thus, we are playing some "Vintage" Pastor Brian Podcasts so we can still all pray together. May the Lord bless you today!


From Season 2: Episdode 15- Charlie Castino-Friday, July 24th, 2020

Blessing and prayers for a restful weekend! Join us as we sing, read scripture, and pray for our world and our concerns! Our Podcast includes a: Gathering (00:00), Opening Prayer (00:32), Psalm (01:11), Scripture (04:01), Prayer (05:29), Dr. Brian Yontz (8:32), Blessing (09:15), End (09:45) You may find the full daily scripture reading (Psalm 17:1-7, 15; Isaiah 41:8-10; Romans 9:6-13) at Daily Revised Common Lectionary. Blessings!